US EditionCadillac Picks Bottas and Pérez for F1 Debut in 2026, Prioritizing Experience over American Drivers
- Cadillac announced Sergio Pérez and Valtteri Bottas as their drivers for the team's 2026 Formula 1 debut with multi-year deals confirmed Tuesday morning.
- The team prioritized experience over nationality, selecting two veterans with over 500 combined starts and 106 podiums to lead the new program.
- General Motors president Mark Reuss and team CEO Dan Towriss emphasised Pérez’s connection to the critical Mexican market and Bottas’ leadership and racecraft.
- Towriss emphasized that the drivers' skills, leadership qualities, and expertise perfectly align with the team's current needs, describing them as an ideal match for this stage of the project.
- Cadillac will enter as the 11th team on the 2026 grid, using Ferrari power units while developing GM’s own engine, marking a long-term commitment to the sport.
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